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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 2014
Page
1
Freight trains pass Fairfax daily carrying DOT-111 tank cars used for ethanol and crude oil shipments. Local boat shop owner Forester notes the trains rumble by every 10 to 20 minutes at about 70 mph, shaking the century-old depot and filling the town with noise.
Eastern Iowa railroads span nearly 3900 miles operated by 18 companies. DOT-111 tank cars constitute about 70 percent of liquid cargo cars including ethanol and crude oil, raising concerns over puncture and fire in derailments. High profile wrecks including last summer’s deadly Canada crash renew scrutiny.
The City of Literature director, a crime fiction author, expands on literary work amid modern role. The feature notes the cross over between administration and fiction writing and offers insight into this author’s career.
A small city lot overflows with flowers and garden design. The Finger Lakes region offers vibrant views and ample dining and wine options reminiscent of California’s Napa Valley.
McConnell, the Senate GOP leader, faces a tea party challenger in Kentucky as six states vote Tuesday marking a major test for party establishment versus reformers. Georgia and Idaho primaries also draw attention with multiple candidates seeking Senate nominations and outsider competitors.
Iowa expects 30 to 40 percent of teachers who began in 2013 14 to leave within five years according to an Iowa Department of Education projection. Deputy director Ryan Wise says there is no magic retention number but room for improvement.
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